Distantly: meaning, definitions and examples

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distantly

[ ˈdɪstəntli ]

^{Context #1}

in relation to space or time

In a way that is far away in space or time; remotely.

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Examples of usage

She could see him only dimly and distantly.
The city skyline was visible in the distance, looming distantly.
The memories of her childhood seemed distantly familiar.
The stars shone distantly in the night sky.
The sound of the train whistle echoed distantly.

^{Context #2}

in a disconnected or unfriendly manner

In a manner indicating a lack of closeness or warmth; aloofly.

Synonyms

Examples of usage

She greeted him distantly, without much enthusiasm.
He looked at her distantly, as if lost in thought.
The team members interacted distantly, each focused on their own tasks.
The professor spoke to the students distantly, without making much eye contact.
The two colleagues worked together distantly, each in their own offices.

Translations

Translations of the word "distantly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 à distância

🇮🇳 दूर से

🇩🇪 aus der Ferne

🇮🇩 dari jauh

🇺🇦 віддалено

🇵🇱 zdalnie

🇯🇵 遠くから

🇫🇷 à distance

🇪🇸 a distancia

🇹🇷 uzaktan

🇰🇷 멀리서

🇸🇦 عن بعد

🇨🇿 na dálku

🇸🇰 na diaľku

🇨🇳 远距离

🇸🇮 na daljavo

🇮🇸 fjarri

🇰🇿 қашықтан

🇬🇪 შორიდან

🇦🇿 uzaqdan

🇲🇽 a distancia

Word origin

The adverb 'distantly' is derived from the adjective 'distant,' which originated from the Latin word 'distans,' meaning 'standing apart or distant.' The concept of distance, whether in space or relationships, has been a fundamental aspect of human experience throughout history. The adverb 'distantly' reflects this idea of separation or remoteness in various contexts.